Joe Bullen Strength & Conditioning

Where everyone is an athlete…

What’s all this stuff about fish oil?

Time for the penultimate part of my diet & nutrition tips and advice Are you eating anything that is a good source of omega-3 each day? Most of you should know that omega-3 is a polyunsaturated fatty acid. But, don’t fear! NOT ALL FATS ARE BAD! Quick look on fats Contrary to the popular media, not all fats are…

BOOK NOW: Term 3 of The Young Athletes at The Training Pod

Well done to all of those who have just completed Term 2 of The Young Athletes Sessions at The Training Pod. All of you have got stronger and have become better at performing your fundamental movements through completing your 6-week programme. Next term we can progress you onto more advanced strength and power training!!! Term 3…

“Exercising while in a fasted state” by Amber Simmons, PhD

Sticking with the current theme of exercise nutrition. Here is a nice extract from an article by Amber Simmons, PhD entitled “The Scientific Evidence Surrounding Intermittent Fasting“. This section is about exercising on an empty stomach. Fasting (all approaches) can be detrimental to athletic gains for several reasons. First, meals in close proximity to your…